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enApple Debuts Exchange Program for European 5W iPhone Power Adaptershttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/apple_debuts_exchange_program_european_5w_iphone_power_adapters
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/apple-euro-power-adapter-exchange-620px.png" alt="Apple European 5W Power Adapter exchange program" width="620" height="300" /></p><p>It's Friday the 13th, a day many superstitious types face with dread — and if you happen to live somewhere in Europe, it's also the day you'll want to check your USB power adapters.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.apple.com/uk/support/usbadapter-european/" target="_blank">Apple announced a new exchange program this week</a> targeting 5W European USB Power Adapters, which face the possibility of overheating and posing a safety risk in rare cases.<br /><br />The adapters in question were included with iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, and iPhone 4S models shipping between October 2009 through September 2012 in 37 different countries and include non-European locales such as Russia and Egypt.<br /><br />As shown in the graphic above, the afflicted power adapters are easily identified by their model number A1300, as well as the letters "CE" in solid gray.<br /><br />"If you have an affected adapter, discontinue use and exchange it for a new one," the support document explains, while noting iPhone users can charge using a USB cable attached to a computer while waiting for a replacement.<br /><br />For comparison, the redesigned, apparently safer adapter bears the model number A1400, and features the letters "CE" outlined in gray instead. Customers who already have this particular model do not need to exchange their adapter.<br /><br />Power adapters can be exchanged at any Apple Retail Store or Authorized Service Provider, but for those unable to do so, Apple Technical Support can arrange for the exchange online.<br /><br />Last but not least, Apple makes it clear the exchange program only affects 5W power adapters in any of the 37 countries listed — other models in other locales such as the United States are not affected.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="https://twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a></em></p><p>&nbsp;</p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/apple_debuts_exchange_program_european_5w_iphone_power_adapters#commentsNewsApple Inc.Europeexchange programiphone 3gsiphone 4iPhone 4Spower adaptersRussiatechnical supportusbiPhoneFri, 13 Jun 2014 12:14:30 +0000J.R. Bookwalter20137 at http://www.maclife.comApple Releases iOS 7.0.6 to Fix SSL Connection Vulnerabilityhttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/apple_releases_ios_706_fix_ssl_connection_vulnerability
<!--paging_filter--><p>An update for iOS 7 should appear in the Settings tab of your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch today, but it's not the iOS 7.1 update you're probably hoping for. Instead, it's a rather innocuous 35.4 MB download for the iPhone 5s that simply fixes the SSL connection verification.</p><p>According to the <a href="http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6147" target="_blank">Apple Support page</a> linked with the update, the update fixes an issue that allowed hackers to exploit the SSL vulnerability in order to download data or alter it despite the semblance of a secure connection. In the words of the update, Apple's "Secure Transport failed to validate the authenticity of the connection. This issue was addressed by restoring missing validation steps."</p><p><img src="/files/u334114/2014/02/iphone-5s.jpg" width="620" height="412" /></p><p>From a quality service perspective, today is also noteworthy because Apple relased iOS update 6.1.6, which affects the iPhone 3GS as well as the 4th-Gen iPod touch. It's currently not clear what that update entails, but if anything, it's a sign that Apple seeks to maintain the integrity of its products long after they've become outdated.</p><p>iOS 7.1 is expected to bring <a href="http://www.maclife.com/article/news/parallax_disabler_darker_icons_among_changes_latest_ios_7_beta" target="_blank">many heftier updates</a>, such as disabler for the background parallax effect on the home screen, new views for the Calendar app, and slightly darker icons for the Phone, FaceTime, and Messages apps.</p><p><em>Follow this article's writer,<a href="https://twitter.com/LeifJohnson" target="_blank">&nbsp;Leif Johnson</a>, on Twitter.</em></p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/apple_releases_ios_706_fix_ssl_connection_vulnerability#commentsNewsappleiOS 7iPadiphoneiphone 3gspatchSat, 22 Feb 2014 01:07:22 +0000Leif Johnson19392 at http://www.maclife.comApp Store Now Serving Up Previous Versions for Older iOS Deviceshttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/app_store_now_serving_previous_versions_older_ios_devices
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/app_compatibility_prompt_620px.png" alt="iOS compatibility prompt" width="620" height="300" /></p><p>Still rocking an older and now unsupported iOS device that you just can't bear to put out to pasture? Fear not, Apple has your back with a new option to download the last compatible version of an app that will work on your aging hardware.<br /><a href="http://www.engadget.com/2013/09/17/apple-ios-last-compatible-version-app-iphone-ipod-ipad/" target="_blank"><br />Engadget reported Tuesday</a> that Apple appears to be throwing a bone to those stuck on older iOS devices on the eve of iOS 7's release tomorrow. Rather than completely shut out older hardware incapable of running the current version, the App Store now offers the option to download a previous compatible version instead.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/apple/comments/1mjw36/people_with_old_ios_devices_you_can_now_install/" target="_blank">The new option was first spotted on Reddit</a>, where a screenshot of the new prompt was posted for all to see, and Engadget managed to successfully install an older version of Instagram using an iPhone 3GS still running iOS 4.3.3 as well as Twitter on an even older iPhone 3G running iOS 4.2.1.<br /><br />"Download an older version of this app?" Apple's new compatibility prompt asks. "The current version requires iOS 5.0 or later, but you can download the last compatible version."<br /><br />Just for kicks, we tried installing a few apps on our creaky old original iPhone, which is still running creaky old iOS 3.1.3 — sadly, we didn't have any luck, but it wouldn't be surprising if Apple was limiting this to iOS 4.0 and higher.<br /><br />This news is likely to come as a relief to owners of older iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad hardware faced with inevitable extinction; at least they now have the option to remain frozen in time with apps that actually still function.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a><br /><br />(Image courtesy of Engadget)</em></p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/app_store_now_serving_previous_versions_older_ios_devices#commentsNewsApp StoreAppscompatibilityinstagraminstallationiOS 4.0iPhone 3Giphone 3gslatest versionsredditTwitteriPadiPhoneiPodTue, 17 Sep 2013 13:07:46 +0000J.R. Bookwalter18074 at http://www.maclife.comOvernight Recap: Samsung Goes for Gold, iPhone 3GS Returns, Reeder Updatehttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/overnight_recap_samsung_goes_gold_iphone_3gs_returns_reeder_update
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/samsung_galaxy_golden_620px.png" alt="Samsung Galaxy Golden" width="620" height="300" /></p><p>The bad news just keeps piling up for The Company Formerly Known as Research in Motion. Today's recap includes a look at how nearly a third of the BlackBerry maker's app store is clogged up with titles from a single developer -- and as you can imagine, it's more about quantity and quality. Read on to find out more...</p><h3>Samsung Beats Apple to Gold Punch with Dual-Screen Flip Phone</h3><p>Sorry, Apple, that gold iPhone you haven't even officially announced yet is already old news: <a href="http://9to5google.com/2013/08/21/samsung-announces-galaxy-golden-a-700-dual-screen-flip-phone-for-korea/" target="_blank">According to 9to5Google</a>, Samsung is now the Goldfinger of mobile phones thanks to the introduction of its new <a href="http://samsungtomorrow.com/삼성전자-국내-최초-프리미엄-폴더-스마트폰-갤럭시" target="_blank">Galaxy Golden</a>. Featuring dual flip screens running Android 4.2 and priced at 790,000 won (approximately $700), the handset appears to be targeted more to the international market where this kind of tacky product is apparently more popular. Ironically, the report notes that the Samsung Galaxy Golden "appears to be closer to bronze in color than gold," so Apple still has a chance to reclaim the Goldfinger title, should they want to.</p><h3>Rumor: AT&amp;T Offers iPhone 3GS Refurbs to GoPhone Customers?</h3><p><a href="http://www.macrumors.com/2013/08/21/att-to-quietly-offer-refurbished-iphone-3gs-models-to-gophone-customers/" target="_blank">MacRumors reported Wednesday</a> that AT&amp;T retail stores may soon see a ghost from the past in their stockroom. According to a tipster, refurbished iPhone 3GS handsets could soon be offered to prepaid GoPhone customers, despite Apple having discontinued that model nearly a year ago when the iPhone 5 made its debut. Apparently AT&amp;T won't publicly advertise the handsets, instead offering them to "price-sensitive customers" in larger store locations. Sounds like all of those old trade-ins may finally find a home in the near future...</p><h3>Universal Reeder for iOS Coming This Month, Mac Public Beta This Fall</h3><p>Those curious to know when popular RSS application Reeder will return to the iPad and Mac now that Google Reader is defunct should look no further than <a href="https://twitter.com/reederapp/status/370211042166861824" target="_blank">the app's official Twitter account</a>. On Wednesday, developer Silvio Rizzi confirmed "Reeder for iOS is still on track for submission this month. Universal (iPhone and iPad). 4.99$. Reeder for Mac public beta this autumn." Although good news for die-hard Reeder fans, the tweet caused some degree of confusion with existing users, since the current iPhone app already syncs with Google Reader replacements such as Feedly, and it isn't quite clear if the new universal app will be an update or an entirely new app altogether — but we won't have long to find out.</p><h3>One Developer Accounts for Nearly One-Third of All BlackBerry Apps</h3><p><a href="http://bgr.com/2013/08/21/blackberry-world-app-spam/" target="_blank">BGR reported Wednesday</a> on a rather disturbing statistic for flailing BlackBerry: Apparently, more than 48,000 of the roughly 150,000 apps in the company's BlackBerry World store are the work of a single developer. The culprit is developer S4BB Limited, whose dubious work includes "the Mega Fart flatulence simulator, a Hong Kong Taxi Call app, a self-described 'fake out-of-battery display' app and a plethora of city guides," among many others. Although we admire&nbsp;S4BB's&nbsp;tenacity (but not really), this can only be viewed as another black eye for BlackBerry, which clearly turned a blind eye to this sort of thing in an effort to bulk up its catalog.</p><h3>Topps Launches KICK Digital Trading Cards for Barclays Premier League</h3><p>Why should American sports have all the fun? If you happen to enjoy soccer and follow the exploits of the Barclays Premier League, the latest app from The Topps Company will be right up your alley. KICK is a free, exclusive iPhone app for the 2013-2014 season that allows users to collect, trade and play their favorite footballers (not to be confused with players of American football, of course). The app also comes in quite handy for fans who are regionally challenged and can't actually watch the games, since KICK will keep users updated as the season progresses, with real-time valuations, trades and more. <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/kick-exclusive-barclays-premier/id679753195?mt=8" target="_blank">KICK: The Exclusive Barclays Premier League Digital Football Trading Card Game</a> is now available as a free download from the App Store.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a></em></p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/overnight_recap_samsung_goes_gold_iphone_3gs_returns_reeder_update#commentsNewsApp StoreAT&TBlackBerry Worldfree appsGoldGoPhoneiphone 3gsovernight recapReederSamsungsoccerToppsiPadiPhoneiPodMacThu, 22 Aug 2013 12:28:42 +0000J.R. Bookwalter17841 at http://www.maclife.comRounded Rectangles: Design, Numbers and the 'Naming Dilemma' http://www.maclife.com/article/columns/rounded_rectangles_design_numbers_and_naming_dilemma
<!--paging_filter--><p><a href="http://www.maclife.com/tags/rounded_rectangles"><img src="/files/u330237/2012/11/roundedrectangles_200.jpg" width="200" height="79" class="graphic-right" /></a>A lot of critics out there seem to think Apple has an iPhone problem. Apparently, sales of the trendsetting, outrageously profitable handset are poised to fall off a cliff sometime this year, when the new iPhone disappoints and everyone rushes to get an HTC One or Samsung Galaxy S4.&nbsp;</p><p>There aren't many factual reasons for this line of thinking, other than Apple's competitors finally catching up. And despite these doom-and-gloom scenarios, the iPhone is doing just fine. Earlier this month, <a href="http://www.comscore.com/Insights/Press_Releases/2013/4/comScore_Reports_February_2013_U.S._Smartphone_Subscriber_Market_Share" target="_blank">a comScore report</a> showed that Apple put some more distance between itself and Samsung, and even started chipping away at Android's presumably insurmountable lead. And a hard-hitting <a href="http://www.macrumors.com/2013/04/09/nearly-half-of-surveyed-u-s-teens-using-iphones-over-one-third-using-ipads/" target="_blank">Piper Jaffrey survey</a> found that teens still think the iPhone's cool.</p><p>As far as I can tell, Apple doesn't have an iPhone problem — it has a <em>numbering</em> problem. Since last year brought a redesign, everyone with an opinion expects the 2013 model to be a letdown, a predictable, mid-cycle refresh with minor internal upgrades and few new bells or whistles. Based on little more than its name, you'd think the new iPhone is doomed to fail: If it's a 5S, critics are already convinced that it won't be enough of an upgrade (despite not knowing what's actually being upgraded); if it's a 6 in 5S clothing, they'll pick it apart for not being revolutionary enough.&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, people will still walk into Apple Stores and simply ask, "Do you have the new iPhone?"</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="/files/u330237/2013/04/iphonepressinvite.png" width="620" /><br /><strong>It's almost hard to believe this was just seven months ago.</strong></p><p>So how did Apple get into this predicament? When Steve Jobs came back to the company in 1997, one of his first tasks was to simplify the product line, both in size and name. Before he took over, there was the Performa 6360 and the Power Macintosh 9600; after Jobs, numbers were completely removed from the equation, leaving Power Macs and PowerBooks, and later iMacs and iBooks.&nbsp;</p><p>There was never an iMac 2 or iBook 3 to signal a design refresh, whether it sported a sleek new enclosure, funky patterns or larger screen. Across Apple's product line, prices distinguished the differences, and customers never seemed confused about whether to buy the $1,199 PowerBook or the $1,499 one, a marketing scheme that continues today.</p><p>"If you look at MacBook Pros on apple.com today, there is a 13-inch model and a 15-inch model," said Ken Segall, the former Cupertino creative director who named the iMac and helped craft the "Crazy Ones" script. "They're both called MacBook Pro. That doesn't seem to be terribly confusing, as long as the headings over the different choices indicate the different screen sizes. I think Apple could do something like this for iPhone, providing that there is a distinguishing characteristic."</p><p>Segall's right, of course, but ironically, that's precisely what started all this mess. Remember that the first number Apple attached to an iPhone model wasn't necessarily to signal a new design; rather, it denoted a distinguishing characteristic. The second iPhone was the 3G, appropriately named to tout its cellular capabilities.&nbsp;</p><p>It wasn't until the third iPhone when things started to get out of hand. Rather than just releasing a new iPhone 3G, Apple curiously added an "S" to signify that it was keeping the same enclosure but upgrading its insides. When the fourth version came along the following year with a fresh new design, Apple opted to name it accordingly (despite any confusion over its lack of 4G LTE), and when the iPad received its first update nine months later, it was called iPad 2. Next came the better-but-not-redesigned iPhone 4S, followed by the third-generation iPad, which had no number, and the 4G LTE iPhone 5 (which was actually the sixth version of the iconic handset).&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="/files/u330237/2013/04/rr_iphone_5_release.png" width="620" height="441" />&nbsp;<br /><strong>So technically, you may have already had an "iPhone 6" for months now!</strong></p><p>Confused? It boils down to this: There have been four distinct designs of the iPhone, but we're already up to iPhone 5. And the iPad 2 is actually older than the plain iPad.</p><p>"Without a model number, it's hard to identify the older models," Segall said. "I still think that the simplest solution is the obvious one: Give each generation of iPhone its own number. If that system were put into place, Apple could create a page that features the newest iPhone (iPhone 6?) — including different configurations, if that happens — and also offer value choices in the form of iPhone 5 and 4S."</p><p>It's become an industry standard, these number-names — Samsung just released the Galaxy S4, and I have to assume the successor to the HTC One will be the HTC Two. There's a certain degree of built-in honesty that's comforting — Apple is letting us know that "S" models are enhanced versions of last year's redesign — but I always felt the numbers ultimately got in the way. If there's no need for an iPod touch 5 or iPod nano 7, why do we have to have an iPhone 6? Apple successfully dumped the iPad's numbering scheme last year, and there hasn't been any confusion there, right?</p><p>Well, not yet, anyway.&nbsp;</p><p>"Since iPad 3 lost its number, I assumed that, like the iMac, it would simply be called 'iPad' from now on," Segall said. "But if Apple continues to sell the older model, that certainly would create a naming dilemma."</p><p>Naming dilemmas aside, it doesn't seem like Apple would be willing to cut off a major revenue stream just because the company doesn't know what to call it. So again I ask, if we can figure out that the cheaper MacBook is slower than the more expensive model, or that the new iPad is better than the one it replaced, why does a number have to be tied to every iPhone redesign? It makes things predictable, sets unrealistic expectations, and puts needless psychological gaps between models.&nbsp;</p><p>But Segall, who has a lot more experience than me in this department, is convinced that the numbering system is the best way to go, no matter how large the iPhone lineup gets.</p><p>"I doubt that Apple will change its numbering scheme for iPhone, even if the family of iPhones expands as rumored. I don't think it would have any real impact if iPhone had numbers and the other models did not," Segall said. "iPhone can continue to evolve on its own terms, within its own naming structure. This isn't really an option, because they'd still need to differentiate between the current model and previous models if they continue to offer all of these models simultaneously."</p><p>That may be OK for the iPhone 7 or 8, but pretty soon these numbers are going to get a bit unwieldy. Segall and I do agree on one thing: The iPhone numbering scheme has a fairly limited shelf life. I mean, imagine trying to decide between the iPhone 15, 15S and 16 in another 10 years or so.</p><p>"That's the one thing that bugs me — what will happen when we get into those high numbers," Segall said. "But it's one of those problems that's easy to put off for a while."</p><p>But I say, why wait?</p><p><em>Find Michael Simon on Twitter or App.net&nbsp;<a href="http://twitter.com/morlium" target="_blank">@morlium</a>.</em></p>http://www.maclife.com/article/columns/rounded_rectangles_design_numbers_and_naming_dilemma#commentsColumnsDesigniOSiPhone 3Giphone 3gsiphone 4iPhone 4Siphone 5iPhone 5Siphone 6numberingRounded RectanglesSamsungSamsung Galaxy S4iPadiPhoneiPodTue, 16 Apr 2013 21:02:23 +0000Michael Simon16748 at http://www.maclife.comCheaper iPhone Could Arrive Wearing Cost-Saving Plastic Chassishttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/cheaper_iphone_could_arrive_wearing_costsaving_plastic_chassis
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/iphone_3gs_200px.jpg" alt="iPhone 3GS" width="200" height="150" class="graphic-right" />The persistent rumors of a cheaper iPhone refuse to die, threatening to eclipse even those of Apple's so-called "iPhone 5S" expected in mid-year. But the company may have to make some compromises to get there.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.digitimes.com/news/a20130111PD215.html" target="_blank">DigiTimes reported Monday</a> that Apple may be adopting the use of plastic as the exterior casing for its rumored entry-level iPhone, which analysts believe could retail for as little as $99.<br /><br />Such a move would be a departure from Cupertino's most recent handsets, which have used Gorilla Glass (iPhone 4, 4S) or unibody metal (iPhone 5) for the outer casing. The previous iPhone 3G and 3GS models did feature a plastic back, which may provide some clues as to what Apple might do with a less-expensive model.<br /><br />A move back to plastic is all about cost, according to sources in Apple's supply chain. The company could also be dabbling with the idea of a plastic and metal mix "with the internal metal parts being able to be seen from outside through special design," sources claim.<br /><br />Whatever the handset will be made from, a cheaper iPhone is not likely to arrive until the second half of 2013, by which time most of us will have already picked up this year's refresh of the flagship iPhone 5.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a></em></p><p>&nbsp;</p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/cheaper_iphone_could_arrive_wearing_costsaving_plastic_chassis#commentsNewsapple manufacturingcheaper iphonecostsDesignDigiTimesiPhone 3Giphone 3gsiphone 5plasticsupply chainiPhoneTue, 15 Jan 2013 14:59:46 +0000J.R. Bookwalter15996 at http://www.maclife.comGoogle Maps Arrives for iPhone with Free Turn-by-Turn Navigation in Towhttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/google_maps_arrives_iphone_free_turnbyturn_navigation_tow
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/google_maps_for_iphone_navigation_200px.png" alt="Google Maps for iPhone" width="200" height="150" class="graphic-right" />It may not have been the shot heard 'round the world, but for tech fans, Wednesday night finally brought the triumphant return of Google Maps to iPhones everywhere, complete with free, voice-guided navigation.<br /><br /><a href="http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2012/12/google-maps-is-now-available-for-iphone.html" target="_blank">Google Inc. has announced</a> the release of <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/google-maps/id585027354?mt=8" target="_blank">Google Maps for iPhone</a>, nearly three months after Apple banished it from iOS 6 devices in favor of their own solution which has raised the ire of many users.<br /><br />The good news is that Google Maps works even on iOS 5.1 devices, including the free turn-by-turn navigation which Apple left out for iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 users running the new Maps app.<br /><br />For those who've used the built-in iOS Maps app from the beginning, Google Maps may take a few moments to adjust to -- the user interface is more Google than Apple, but all of the features you know and love are here, including Google search, public transit directions, Street View and more.<br /><br />Of course, if you've been struggling to accept iOS 6 Maps over the last 90 days, we don't have to sell you on this -- <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/google-maps/id585027354?mt=8" target="_blank">Google Maps</a> is a free download from the App Store, so grab it and give it your own test drive today.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a></em></p><p>&nbsp;</p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/google_maps_arrives_iphone_free_turnbyturn_navigation_tow#commentsNewsApp StoreApple MapsGooglegoogle mapsGPS NavigationiOS 5.1iOS 6iphone 3gsiphone 4turn-by-turniPhoneiPodThu, 13 Dec 2012 13:52:01 +0000J.R. Bookwalter15801 at http://www.maclife.comAT&T iPhone Users in Pennsylvania Seeing Network as "Dan"http://www.maclife.com/article/news/att_iphone_users_pennsylvania_seeing_network_dan
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/att_dan_network_on_iphone_200px.png" alt="AT&amp;T network &quot;Dan&quot;" width="200" height="150" class="graphic-right" />If you woke up to see your iPhone on the "Dan" network this morning, you're not alone -- a glitch on AT&amp;T's network in Pennsylvania appears to be affecting certain models, but the company says it's nothing to worry about.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2012/12/some_iphones_in_717_area_code.html" target="_blank">PennLive.com is reporting</a> that iPhone users in the state of Pennsylvania are seeing their AT&amp;T handsets taken over by a new network named simply "Dan."<br /><br />AT&amp;T users began complaining that their iPhones were showing "Dan" instead of "AT&amp;T" on certain models beginning Tuesday night, with posts on Twitter and Facebook as well as both Apple and AT&amp;T support forums confirming the issue is fairly widespread across the state of Pennsylvania.<br /><br />The report notes that only users in the 717 area code are affected by the issue, which MacLife.com was able to independently confirm with at least one user in the area. The problem appears to be limited to iPhone 3G, 3GS and 4 models at this time.<br /><br />"Some people have had success by resetting the original network settings, but others have had to replace SIM cards or have AT&amp;T 'ping' the phones when they are turned off," the report advised.<br /><br />AT&amp;T and Apple are well aware of the problem and the carrier is working on a fix. While the company hasn't issued a formal statement on the glitch, Apple forum posters claim they've been told "it will be resolved soon, and not to worry about it."<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter<br /></a><br />(Image courtesy of Charles Zimmerman)</em></p><p>&nbsp;</p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/att_iphone_users_pennsylvania_seeing_network_dan#commentsNewsAT&TAT&T iPhonecellular carriersglitchiPhone 3Giphone 3gsiphone 4networkPennsylvaniatech supportiPhoneWed, 05 Dec 2012 14:10:05 +0000J.R. Bookwalter15732 at http://www.maclife.comOvernight Recap: AT&T 4G LTE Expands, RIP Twitter for Mac & iPhone 3GS?http://www.maclife.com/article/news/overnight_recap_att_4g_lte_expands_rip_twitter_mac_iphone_3gs
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/twitter_new_logo_200px.png" alt="Twitter" width="200" height="150" class="graphic-right" />Two old favorites may be on the chopping block as the week winds to a close, with rumors flying that Twitter has ended development of its Mac app as word that Apple may be likewise killing the iPhone 3GS following the rumored debut of the iPhone 5 next Wednesday. But hey, it's Friday, so get caught up on everything you missed while sleeping before you head out for a weekend of fun.</p><h3>Report: Twitter for Mac Development Comes to An End</h3><p>How's this for irony: <a href="https://twitter.com/parislemon/statuses/243850588452945920" target="_blank">TechCrunch writer MG Siegler is claiming</a> that Twitter has ceased development of its Mac client as of Thursday, and he broke the news via… Twitter. "Word is that Twitter made the call today: Twitter for Mac is done," the tweet reads. "They won’t kill it outright, but no further updates. Goodbye, old friend." The news doesn't come as much of a surprise given the app has been languishing in recent months, but it does seem to be a curious move given that Twitter has been working so hard to seemingly alienate third-party solutions of late.</p><h3>AT&amp;T Planning to Expand 4G LTE to 100 Markets By Year End</h3><p><a href="http://www.tuaw.com/2012/09/06/atandt-expands-lte-plans-more-launches/" target="_blank">TUAW is reporting</a> that AT&amp;T has lit up seven new 4G LTE markets on Thursday, with another 30 to 40 coming by the end of this year. The late 2012 markets will include Anchorage, Alaska; Rochester, N.Y.; Jacksonville and Ft. Myers, Fla.; Wilmington, Del., Northern New Jersey; Allentown, Harrisburg, Lancaster, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Reading and Wilkes-Barra, Pa., Omaha, Neb.; Knoxville, Tenn.; Bakersfield, Sacramento, Monterey, and Modesto, Calif.; Tucson, Ariz., Albuquerue, N.M.; Portland, Ore.; Providence, R.I.; Grand Rapids, Mich.; Cincinnati, Ohio; Gary, Ind.; Hartford and New Haven, Conn.; Nashua, N.H.; Green Bay and Milwaukee, Wis.; Little Rock, Ark.; El Paso, Texas; Columbia, S.C.; and Charlestown, N.C.</p><h3>Apple Rumored to Drop iPhone 3GS Next Week</h3><p><a href="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/9525487/Apple-to-drop-iPhone-3GS.html" target="_blank"><em>The Telegraph</em> is reporting</a> that Apple may finally put a stake in the heart of its entry-level iPhone 3GS after its rumored iPhone 5 announcement on September 12. Such a move would leave the 8GB iPhone 4 as the company's "gateway drug" for low-cost devices, shifting the current iPhone 4S into the midrange of Apple's market. Launched in June, 2009, Apple has gotten quite a bit of mileage out of the iPhone 3GS and even though it will be able to run iOS 6 when it debuts this fall, some of the marquee features such as built-in navigation sadly won't work on the elder device.</p><h3>Pocket Adds Share to Google Chrome, App.net</h3><p>The app formerly known as Read It Later released a minor update on Thursday, bringing the version number to 4.1.3. <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pocket-formerly-read-it-later/id309601447?mt=8" target="_blank">Pocket now adds</a> the ability to share to Google Chrome, Kippt and App.net but also removes the pocket.co URLs from archival services like Pinboard and Evernote. The update also includes security improvements, bug fixes and other minor enhancements and is available now on the App Store.</p><h3>WSJ Claims Apple Building Pandora-Like Internet Radio Service</h3><p><a href="http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/12/09/06/report_apple_to_build_streaming_radio_service.html" target="_blank">AppleInsider is reporting</a> that Apple may be in talks with music content owners to build a custom internet radio service similar to Pandora. <a href="http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10000872396390443589304577636110080423398.html" target="_blank">According to <em>The Wall Street Journal</em></a>, the service would be powered by advertisements from Apple's iAd platform and include playing virtual stations through dedicated apps or a web browser, although competitors like Android would be notably absent from the party. One of the key differences with Apple's plan is to allow users to skip songs and possibly "eliminate other common restrictions" found on existing solutions. However, discussions have only recently started, so this would seem to be a feature intended for the future.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a></em></p><p>&nbsp;</p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/overnight_recap_att_4g_lte_expands_rip_twitter_mac_iphone_3gs#commentsNews4G LTEApple Inc.AT&Tinternet radioiphone 3gsmac appsovernight recappandoraPocketRumorsTwitteriPhoneMacFri, 07 Sep 2012 01:39:33 +0000J.R. Bookwalter14996 at http://www.maclife.comGood Call iG1 Reviewhttp://www.maclife.com/article/reviews/good_call_ig1_review
<!--paging_filter--><p>Say you’re at home or the office, and you need to make a few phone calls. You reach for your iPhone, but you need to conserve battery life since you’re about to run some errands right after you hang up. You could charge the iPhone while talking, but that tethers you to an outlet or a USB port. Miss your landline yet? Maybe just a little?<br /><br />GoFusion’s Good Call iG1 is a Bluetooth handset and iPhone dock that aims to bring you the best of both worlds. It’s easy to set up: simply turn on Bluetooth on your iOS device, hold the iG1’s Call button for three seconds, and you’re ready to go. If you have an iPhone 4S, the iG1 handset also lets you talk to Siri. Even if your iPhone is in the charging dock while you’re in another room with the wireless handset, you can still have Siri dial up one of your contacts (Voice Dialing works the same way on iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS). In my tests, despite the half-second lag time, Siri heard me clearly and dialed the correct number nearly every time.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="/files/u325188/2012/07/ig1---goodcall_icon.png" width="620" height="440" /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Leave your iPhone docked and grab the handset to gab.</strong></p><p>But overall, the iG1’s design is hit and miss. While the dock is clearly made from high-quality materials, the same can’t be said for the handset. It’s mostly plastic, and while I appreciate its light weight, it feels fragile as I press the buttons to access Siri or end a call. Still, the handset’s ergonomically correct design makes it comfortable to hold during long calls—it simply felt as if I was holding nothing against my ear or in my hand. <br /><br />If you connect the iG1’s dock to your Mac or PC, it can sync your iPhone with iTunes. When fully charged, the handset offers about four hours of talk time, with slightly better call quality than when using the iPhone itself. <br /><br /><strong>The bottom line.</strong> Simply put, the Good Call iG1 dock and handset does what it says it will do. What it can’t do is answer the glaring question of why would I want to hold a Bluetooth handset when I could be talking hands free. But if that’s what you’re after, the iG1 is a good buy.</p><fieldset class="fieldgroup group-the-bottom-line"><legend>Review Synopsis</legend><div class="field field-type-text field-field-product">
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http://www.maclife.com/article/reviews/good_call_ig1_review#commentsReviewsGood Call IGiiphoneiPhone 3Giphone 3gsiphone4iPhone4SiPodiPod and iPhoneiPadiPhoneiPodMacThu, 19 Jul 2012 16:00:35 +0000Matthew Sims14541 at http://www.maclife.comTuesday Recap: iOS 6 Features Return to 3GS, NOOK for Web, 1Password Retinahttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/tuesday_recap_ios_6_features_return_3gs_nook_web_1password_retina
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/nook_for_web_200px.png" alt=" NOOK for Web" width="200" height="150" class="graphic-right" />Doesn't it feel a little bit like the calm before the storm? We pretty much know that OS X Mountain Lion will be arriving on our favorite Mac computer next week unless Apple pulls a rabbit out of its hat later this week, and the tech world is enjoying a somewhat quiet lull otherwise. But that doesn't mean we can't scrounge up some worthy contenders for today's recap, so read on for everything happening this Tuesday, July 17, 2012.</p><h3>iOS 6 Beta 3 Brings Shared Photo Streams, VIP Mail to iPhone 3GS</h3><p>We already know that iOS 6 will be compatible with the iPhone 3GS, but Apple made it clear that certain features won't be invited to the party this fall -- among them are shared Photo Streams and Mail's VIP list as well as VIP and flagged mailboxes. Well, wouldn't you know it, Cupertino may be having a change of heart. <a href="http://www.macrumors.com/2012/07/17/apple-adds-shared-photo-streams-and-vip-mail-to-iphone-3gs-with-ios-6-beta-3/" target="_blank">MacRumors is reporting</a> that iPhone 3GS users installing iOS 6 Beta 3 have discovered that these handy features do indeed work with the new developer-only update, and Apple has updated the iOS 6 preview page from their website to reflect the change.&nbsp; After the June 11 announcement, that page contained eight footnotes regarding the iPhone 3GS, which has now been reduced to only six. You know what? We're guessing iPhone 3GS users are not gonna complain about that.</p><h3>Barnes &amp; Noble Introduces NOOK for Web with 6 Free Best Sellers</h3><p>Although Barnes &amp; Noble offers very fine Nook apps for iOS and other platforms, that doesn't help should you want to take in a few quick pages on your desktop computer. <a href="http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20120717005948/en/Barnes-Noble-Introduces-NOOK®-Web-Giving-Readers" target="_blank">That's why the company announced today</a> the availability of <a href="http://www.barnesandnoble.com/u/nook-for-web/" target="_blank">Nook for Web</a>, which gives readers instant access to the e-reader platform from any Mac or PC browser with no sign-in, download or additional hardware required. And hey, even if you prefer to use your iPad, iPhone or other device, Barnes &amp; Noble is enticing you to try the web version by offering six bestsellers absolutely free until July 26. Titles include The Vow, Sex and the City and a junior novelization of Pixar's Brave, and the good news is that these free purchases get synced to your NOOK app or device as well. Nook for Web doesn't yet support Mobile Safari, but iPad support is listed as "coming soon."</p><h3>1Password for Mac Gains Retina Display Support</h3><p>If you've rocking one of those swanky MacBook Pro with Retina Display models, the folks at AgileBits have some great news for you today. <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/1password-password-manager/id443987910?mt=12" target="_blank">1Password for Mac version 3.9.6 just hit the Mac App Store</a> and adds support for all those luscious extra pixels, while also adding support for the Chrome Web Store version of the 1Password extension. Not a huge update, but certainly a welcome one for Retina Display fans everywhere.</p><h3>German Court Says Motorola Xoom Doesn't Infringe on iPad Design</h3><p><a href="http://www.foxbusiness.com/technology/2012/07/17/motorola-xoom-tablet-doesnt-infringe-ipad-says-german-court/" target="_blank">Fox Business is reporting</a> that Apple has suffered another defeat in its efforts to get Motorola Mobility's Android-based products off the market. This time it's a ruling in Germany that claims the company's Xoom tablet doesn't infringe on three design patents related to the iPad, squashing any hope Cupertino might have had for getting the device banned throughout Europe. But it's not a total loss, since Motorola's claim against Apple has also been tossed, with the newly-owned Google manufacturer ordered to pay one-third of legal costs, while Apple must pick up the tab for the remaining two-thirds. But it's not over yet, since the German case was focused strictly on the actual hardware design -- Apple still has plenty of ammunition in its coffers where software is concerned that could drag this thing out for awhile.</p><h3>Firefox 14 Brings Native Full-Screen for OS X Lion</h3><p>Mozilla is back with another new build of its Firefox browser, and this time it's taking aim at security while beefing up tools for developers. <a href="https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2012/07/17/new-security-and-developer-features-now-in-firefox/" target="_blank">According to The Mozilla Blog</a>, <a href="http://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/14.0.1/releasenotes/" target="_blank">Firefox 14 (actually 14.0.1) is now available for Mac, Windows and Linux</a>, which adds support for HTTPS secure Google searches and a Pointer Lock API to allow web apps such as first-person games to better control the mouse. Last but not least, the Mac version finally plays nice with OS X Lion 10.7's full-screen mode, promising "a better experience with videos and web games like Mozilla's BrowserQuest." The latest version is now ready for download on the Mozilla website.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://www.twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a></em></p><p>&nbsp;</p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/tuesday_recap_ios_6_features_return_3gs_nook_web_1password_retina#commentsNews1PasswordBarnes & Nobledaily recapFirefox 14iOS 6iphone 3gsmotorola xoomnookphoto streamretina displayiPadiPhoneMacTue, 17 Jul 2012 20:29:35 +0000J.R. Bookwalter14577 at http://www.maclife.comThursday Recap: Windows 8 Release Preview, Foxconn Report, Office for iPadhttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/thursday_recap_windows_8_release_preview_foxconn_report_office_ipad
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/windows_8_release_preview_200px.png" alt="Windows 8 Release Preview" width="200" height="150" class="graphic-right" />Happy Windows 8 Release Preview day, folks! Microsoft has officially pulled the trigger on its latest version, which appears to be the last step prior to the actual release coming this fall. If that’s not enough to excite you on this fine Thursday, how does a cheap unlocked iPhone 3GS sound? Or maybe some juicy rumors about another release from the folks in Redmond which might come in November? Go ahead, dive in and read the latest for this Thursday, May 31, 2012 -- after all, it’s the last day of the month!</p><h3>Microsoft Windows 8 Release Preview Now Available</h3><p>The folks up in Redmond must have an itchy trigger finger, because they’ve <a href="http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-8/release-preview" target="_blank">announced that the Windows 8 Release Preview is now available for download</a> by one and all, a day earlier than expected. “It's Windows reimagined and reinvented from a solid core of Windows 7 speed and reliability,” the website reads. “It's an all-new touch interface. It's a new Windows for new devices. And it's easy to try now -- whether you're installing it for the first time, or moving from Windows 8 Consumer Preview.” Given that the Windows 8 Consumer Preview runs like a champ using Mac software like Parallels Desktop 7, we’re expecting few hiccups to get Microsoft’s latest version doing the same. Users can download an installer to move from the Consumer Preview to the Release Preview, or <a href="http://www.microsoft.com/click/services/Redirect2.ashx?CR_EAC=300040541" target="_blank">simply click the tiny link to directly download either 32-bit or 64-bit ISO disc images</a>.</p><h3>Foxconn Activists, Workers Claim Plant Conditions Unchanged</h3><p>The hubbub may have died down, but <a href="http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/05/31/us-foxconn-idUSBRE84U0H920120531" target="_blank">according to a new report from Reuters</a>, little has changed with working conditions at the Foxconn factories where Apple products are assembled in China. According to a report released today from labor watchdog Student &amp; Scholars Against Corporate Misbehavior (SACOM), rights violations “remain the norm” after several visits to Foxconn factories and interviews with 170 workers there. "The frontline management continue to impose humiliating disciplinary measures on workers," the report reveals. "The above findings demonstrate that Apple and Foxconn have not turned over a new leaf.” That’s likely to come as a shock to Apple CEO Tim Cook, who earlier this week defended his company’s manufacturing in China, while confessing he’d like to see more of it come back to the USA. Without confirming or denying the SACOM report, Apple spokeswoman Carolyn Wu said in a statement, “Our suppliers must live up to these requirements if they want to keep doing business with Apple.”</p><h3>PSA: Unlocked 8GB GSM iPhone 3GS on $249.99 (Ends at Midnight EST!)</h3><p>It may be three years old this summer, but Apple’s iPhone 3GS continues to keep going like an Energizer bunny or the little train that could. If you’re in the market for an unlocked GSM model of this 2009 model, the website <a href="http://www.dailysteals.com/" target="_blank">DailySteals.com</a> is featuring the device new in box for only $249.99. Not bad if you’re looking for a 3G-equipped smartphone to take overseas. The deal ends at midnight EST, so best not to procrastinate, should you want one.</p><h3>The Daily: Microsoft Office for iPad on November 10</h3><p>If there’s one group that really wants Microsoft Office on the iPad, it’s got to be the folks over at <em>The Daily</em>. After reporting that the elusive software was spotted running on an iPad some weeks ago, <a href="http://www.thedaily.com/page/2012/05/31/053112-tech-news-ipad-office-hickey/" target="_blank">the tabletized news outlet is back today claiming that Microsoft plans to officially launch the app on November 10</a>. The report goes even further, claiming that development finished up last month and the app is now in the hands of Microsoft’s “usability team” for making sure the iPad app complies with the company’s new Metro user interface. Considering this is the end of May and we have the whole summer and into the fall, it sure sounds like Redmond could push this beast out earlier than early November, but time will tell.</p><h3>AT&amp;T Tweaks Global Data Packages, Still Kind of a Rip-Off</h3><p>While we’d still recommend overseas travelers grab themselves an unlocked GSM smartphone prior to international travel, <a href="http://www.att.com/gen/press-room?pid=22891&amp;cdvn=news&amp;newsarticleid=34535&amp;mapcode=consumer%7Cwireless" target="_blank">AT&amp;T announced today</a> that the carrier is making data roaming while abroad a little less expensive than it used to be. Beginning June 1 (that’s tomorrow!), three packages will be available ranging from 120MB for $30 per month to 300MB for $60 per month and even 800MB for $120 per month. (And yes, that’s megabytes not gigabytes, folks.) Overage rates will run you an extra $30 for every 120MB. It’s a little cheaper than before, but we certainly wouldn’t be tripping over ourselves to indulge in Ma Bell’s add-on packages -- especially when we can just grab an unlocked iPhone 3GS (like the one selling on DailySteals.com today, perhaps?) for cheap.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://www.twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a></em></p><p>&nbsp;</p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/thursday_recap_windows_8_release_preview_foxconn_report_office_ipad#commentsNewsAT&Tdaily recapData-RoamingFoxconniPad Appsiphone 3gsMicrosoftmicrosoft officeThe DailyWindows 8iPadiPhoneMacThu, 31 May 2012 20:30:38 +0000J.R. Bookwalter14199 at http://www.maclife.comiPhone 3GS Likely to Become Low-Cost Prepaid Device for Developing Marketshttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/iphone_3gs_likely_become_lowcost_prepaid_device_developing_markets
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/iphone_3gs_200px.jpg" alt="iPhone 3GS" width="200" height="150" class="graphic-right" />For a smartphone introduced in 2009, the iPhone 3GS has had a remarkable lifespan. Instead of being put out to pasture this fall, It appears the handset could instead be headed for developing markets as a contract-free, prepaid device priced under $300.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/12/05/21/apples_iphone_3gs_expected_to_live_on_for_under_300_in_developing_markets.html" target="_blank">AppleInsider is reporting</a> that Apple’s iPhone 3GS appears likely to evade the executioner yet again. After being given another lease on life after the introduction of the iPhone 4 in 2010 and the iPhone 4S last fall, analysts believe that Apple will keep the low-cost handset alive as part of their strategy to invade developing markets.<br /><br />The report details how Jefferies analyst Peter Misek about an agreement between Apple and an unnamed “leading distribution and logistics company” which will push the iPhone 3GS into prepaid markets around the world which remain untapped by Cupertino.<br /><br />The deal would require Apple to further discount the price of the handset, which currently sells for $375 without a contract. Misek anticipates a further price reduction “between $250 and $300,” an amount the analyst feels would be necessary for “someone to buy it with no subsidy” from carriers.<br /><br />Developing markets are a big source of revenue for manufacturers dabbling in low-cost Android smartphones, and one of the few bright spots even for BlackBerry maker Research in Motion and the once-mighty Nokia.<br /><br />A relatively cheap, prepaid iPhone 3GS could have a devastating effect on the competition in these markets, which are said to have “14 times as many people between the smartphone friendly ages of 25 and 34 than Western Europe and North America,” according to research conducted earlier this year.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://www.twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a></em></p><p>&nbsp;</p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/iphone_3gs_likely_become_lowcost_prepaid_device_developing_markets#commentsNewsApple Inc.contract-freedeveloping marketsinternational. price reductioniphone 3gslow costprepaid iphoneiPhoneMon, 21 May 2012 13:24:48 +0000J.R. Bookwalter14107 at http://www.maclife.comDev-Team Already Releases iOS 5.1 (Tethered) Jailbreakhttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/devteam_already_releases_ios_51_tethered_jailbreak
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/pwnagetool_200px_0.jpg" alt="The Dev-Team" width="200" height="150" class="graphic-right" />Much to Apple’s chagrin, releasing beta versions of forthcoming iOS software for developers to work with also has the unwanted side effect of jailbreakers getting an advance peek at what’s to come -- which is how iOS 5.1 has already been jailbroken, less than 24 hours after its release.<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.iphone-dev.org/" target="_blank">The Dev-Team Blog is reporting</a> that they’ve successfully jailbroken iOS 5.1 already, and have released <a href="https://sites.google.com/a/iphone-dev.com/files/home/redsn0w_mac_0.9.10b6.zip?attredirects=0&amp;d=1" target="_blank">redsn0w 0.9.1.10b6 for Mac</a> and <a href="https://sites.google.com/a/iphone-dev.com/files/home/redsn0w_win_0.9.10b6.zip?attredirects=0&amp;d=1" target="_blank">Windows</a> to make the magic happen. Unfortunately, as is often the case with early releases, it’s not quite ready for the general public since it’s a tethered jailbreak.<br /><br />A “tethered” jailbreak requires users to connect to their Mac or PC using redsn0w’s “Just Boot” mode every time the device in question is turned on, which makes it rather inconvenient for most of us -- without the tethered boot, the device is essentially unusable without a computer handy nearby. But that’s not about to stop hardcore jailbreakers.<br /><br />“We realize that some of you non-A5 jailbreakers are itching to get to 5.1, even though there seems to be no compelling new feature there,” the Dev-Team writes. “Because of geohot’s limera1n exploit, those with devices earlier than the iPad2 can test the 5.1 jailbreak waters if they really want to, using redsn0w 0.9.10b6.”<br /><br />There’s one exception to the tethered dilemma -- iPhone 3GS owners with old bootroms (for example, devices purchased on launch day back in 2009) will actually get the full untethered experience. Unlockers will still need an update to the Dev-Team’s ultrasn0w patch, which will be arriving soon to Cydia. That said, the patch will continue to offer the same older baseband support, since no new unlock exploits have been discovered over the last year or more.<br /><br />Last but not least, “iBooks won’t work until a future update of redsn0w,” so if you’re addicted to your ebooks, best to stay away from this for now. As always, be sure to thoroughly read the warnings on The Dev-Team Blog -- while your life may not depend on it, the future jailbreaking/unlocking of your iOS device probably does.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://www.twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a></em></p><p>&nbsp;</p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/devteam_already_releases_ios_51_tethered_jailbreak#commentsNewsdev-teamDevelopersiOS 5.1iphone 3gsjailbreakjailbreakingredsn0wtetheredultrasn0wwarningsiPadiPhoneiPodThu, 08 Mar 2012 13:41:13 +0000J.R. Bookwalter13493 at http://www.maclife.comSpeaktoit Assistant Brings Siri-Like Features to Older iPhoneshttp://www.maclife.com/article/news/speaktoit_assistant_brings_sirilike_features_older_iphones
<!--paging_filter--><p><img src="/files/u220903/speaktoit_assistant_200px.png" alt="Speaktoit Assistant" width="200" height="150" class="graphic-right" />There’s no denying that Siri is a great addition to the iPhone 4S, but now that Apple removed the free Siri Virtual Assistant app from the App Store, what’s an owner of older hardware to do? Enter Speaktoit, which promises to bring Siri-style technology to iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 users.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.speaktoit.com/" target="_blank">Speaktoit LLC has announced</a> the availability of <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=ApuPaiKIpxg&amp;offerid=146261&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0&amp;tmpid=1826&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fapp%252Fspeaktoit-assistant%252Fid491854246%253Fmt%253D8%2526uo%253D4%2526partnerId%253D30&quot; target=&quot;itunes_store&quot;&gt;Speaktoit Assistant" target="_blank">Speaktoit Assistant</a>, a Siri-style virtual assistant that brings similar functionality to devices that can’t get it (without a jailbreak, anyway) -- namely, the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4.<br /><br />The app is noteworthy for debuting on Android first back in October, where it quickly gained the attention of <em>The New York Times</em>, who dubbed it a Top Ten Android App for 2011. Porting Speaktoit Assistant to iOS may seem like an odd move given the big push Apple is giving its own Siri technology, but for now users of older handsets are left out in the cold, and Speaktoit Assistant makes it a reality right now.<br /><br />“The Speaktoit Assistant is a virtual buddy for your smartphone that answers questions in natural language, performs tasks, and notifies you about important events,” the company’s website explains. “The Assistant saves you time and makes communication with gadgets and web services easier and less stressful.”<br /><br />Unlike Siri, Speaktoit Assistant allows users to customize their avatar rather than talking to a faceless circle, search maps outside the U.S., update your Facebook, Twitter and Foursquare accounts and claims to be more conversational than Siri, actually speaking its results.<br /><br /><a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=ApuPaiKIpxg&amp;offerid=146261&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0&amp;tmpid=1826&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fapp%252Fspeaktoit-assistant%252Fid491854246%253Fmt%253D8%2526uo%253D4%2526partnerId%253D30&quot; target=&quot;itunes_store&quot;&gt;Speaktoit Assistant" target="_blank">Speaktoit Assistant</a> is $1.99 from the App Store and requires iOS 4.0 or later (sorry, no original iPhones here!). However, the company is running a promotion on Valentine’s Day only -- that’s this Tuesday, February 14, 2012 -- and the app will be free to the first 100,000 App Store customers. If you happen to own an Android device, the app is free for all.<br /><br /><em>Follow this article’s author, <a href="http://www.twitter.com/JRBTempe" target="_blank">J.R. Bookwalter on Twitter</a></em></p><p>&nbsp;</p>http://www.maclife.com/article/news/speaktoit_assistant_brings_sirilike_features_older_iphones#commentsNewsApp Storeiphone 3gsiphone 4SiriSpeaktoit Assistantvirtual assistantvoice activationvoice commandsiPhoneFri, 10 Feb 2012 13:37:17 +0000J.R. Bookwalter13265 at http://www.maclife.com